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Sassotondo.

Sassotondo: A Different Face of Maremma

Onno Deumer 08-04-26 No Comments
Sassotondo offers a distinctive perspective on Maremma wine, where volcanic soils around Pitigliano shape elegant, terroir-driven expressions of Ciliegiolo rather than the region’s more familiar international styles. This family-run Tuscan…
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South Africa's Cape Beyond the Glass.

South Africa’s Cape Beyond the Glass

Onno Deumer 06-04-26 No Comments
In South Africa’s Cape, a quiet shift is redefining fine dining, as wine moves from a supporting role to a leading force in shaping the gastronomic experience. Through the contrasting…
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South Africa's Cape as a Brand in Motion.

South Africa’s Cape as a Brand in Motion

Onno Deumer 02-04-26 No Comments
Explore how South African wine producers Warwick and Spier navigate heritage, innovation and brand positioning in the evolving Cape wine landscape. This in-depth analysis reveals how Stellenbosch estates balance tradition,…
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The Cape’s Dual Grammar of Winemaking.

The Cape’s Dual Grammar of Winemaking

Onno Deumer 08-02-26 No Comments
In this in-depth exploration of South African wine, Avondale and Jordan reveal how the Cape’s future is being shaped by two contrasting yet complementary philosophies, balancing biodynamic farming, precision viticulture…
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The Cape as a Mirror of Europe.

South Africa’s Cape as a Mirror of Europe

Onno Deumer 23-01-26 No Comments
South African wine stands at a compelling crossroads where European heritage and New World innovation collide, creating a confident, modern identity from Stellenbosch to Hemel-en-Aarde. This in-depth exploration of the…
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Domaine Marcel Deiss.

Domaine Marcel Deiss, The Taste of Place

Onno Deumer 07-11-25 No Comments
A masterclass in Amsterdam with Domaine Marcel Deiss revealed why Alsace field blends remain vital for true terroir expression, challenging the dominance of single-varietal winemaking. By showcasing biodynamic complantation and…
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Bodegas Salentein.

Bodegas Salentein, at Great Heights

Onno Deumer 18-10-25 No Comments
At an exclusive tasting at De Vughtse Wijnkoperij, Bodegas Salentein showcased its Luxury Collection under the guidance of head winemaker Jorge Cabeza, revealing how altitude, terroir, and precision define the…
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Fontanafredda.

Fontanafredda, Icon with a Pulse

Onno Deumer 12-10-25 No Comments
Fontanafredda, the historic Barolo estate founded by Italy’s first king, continues to shape Serralunga d’Alba with a balance of heritage, scale, and innovation. Under CEO Roberto Bruno and winemaker Giorgio…
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Serralunga d’Alba, One Village, Four Archetypes.

Serralunga d’Alba, One Village, Four Archetypes

Onno Deumer 12-10-25 No Comments
Serralunga d’Alba, One Village, Four Archetypes explores how four leading winemakers—Domenico Clerico, Palladino, Ferdinando Principiano, and Ettore Germano—shape the identity of Barolo through distinct philosophies and terroir-driven Nebbiolo. This winery…
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